HP NonStop G-Series - Manual (Page 268)

physical interface (PIF)
The hardware components that connect a system node to a network.
physical location
A three-part identifier that specifies the group number, module number, and slot number
of a resource. For example: GRP-2.MOD-1.SLOT-8.
Physical view
One of several views available in the view pane of the Management window . The
Physical view of a server is a view of all the enclosures and is intended to represent the
actual floor plan at the site. A Physical view of an enclosure is a visual representation of
the physical location of supported
resources inside the enclosure. A Physical view of an
Expand network is a visual representation of the connections and resources within a
network such as a
ServerNet cluster .
See also Inventory view .
plug-in card
A replaceable component that provides a unique function when installed in a CRU or
FRU. For example, plug-in cards for IOMF2 CRUs provide a choice of connection media
for attaching ServerNet cables.
port
A physical connector to which a cable can be attached. The system transmits and receives
data or requests through ports. A port is also called a connector.
port name
A 64-bit unique identifier assigned to each Fibre Channel port. The port_name is
communicated during the login and port discovery processes.
See Also world wide name.
power domain
A set of customer-replaceable units (CRUs) and field-replaceable units (FRUs) that share
a set of power rails.
power interface board (PIB)
A board mounted on the bulkhead located behind the power supplies in NonStop S7x000
and S7400 processor
enclosures . The PIB provides electrical connection between the
power supplies and DC power cables.
power monitor and control unit (PMCU) FRU
A FRU (field-replaceable unit) that connects the batteries to the DC power distribution
bus in an enclosure and provides a means of disconnecting the batteries for powering off
the system. The PMCU also enables the service processor to diagnose the condition of